Barba Negra Red Stage

The voice of a generation, legendary singer Morrissey returns to Budapest for the third time. After 11 years, now he's live at Barba Negra on July 12, 2026.

Morrissey's influence and music legacy is irrefutable. Widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in British pop as well as one of the greatest lyricists of his generation. As lead singer and founder member of The Smiths, he marked forever the history of music with only four albums. As a soloist, he has consolidated a sound that still reverberates today making him one of the most acclaimed voices of the last four decades. When the debut single from The Smiths, “Hand In Glove,” first emerged, the musical landscape was forever changed and launched a rich catalog of songs that include anthems such as “This Charming Man,” “How Soon Is Now?,” and “There Is A Light That Never Goes Out.”  When Morrissey embarked on his solo career, his streak of iconic and influential songs continued with “Suedehead,” “Everyday Is Like Sunday,” “Irish Blood, English Heart,” “First of the Gang to Die,” and many many more. Morrissey’s newest album, Make-up is a Lie is Morrissey's fifth consecutive album to be recorded in France, of which he says "Music should be the ultimate democracy, with no limitations, and the best of it is not easily categorised. I love my position within music, and I always strive to say things in a different way."  

Now we can be part of such a different Morrissey performance on July 12th at Barba Negra.

The supergroup is visiting Budapest for the first time – King Crimson songs featuring Steve Vai

BEAT is coming to Budapest for the first time, bringing to the stage the iconic songs of King Crimson from the 1980s. On 15 July 2026, guitarist Steve Vai, Tool drummer Danny Carey, and original King Crimson members Adrian Belew and Tony Levin will dazzle the Hungarian audience with their virtuoso performance at Barba Negra.

Primus arrives in Hungary with their first-ever headlining concert

The cult band has existed for 42 years, yet throughout their career they have visited Hungary only once before, in 2011 at the VOLT Fesztivál. Now, the time has finally come for the mad-genius creations of Les Claypool – the songs of Primus – to be unleashed in Hungary on August 4 at Barba Negra.

Bigger Than You Think! – The Simple Plan celebrates its 25th anniversary in Budapest

With hits like I’m Just a Kid, Perfect, and Welcome to My Life, Simple Plan provided the soundtrack to many people’s teenage years, while continuing to evolve and stay on the road over the past 25 years, cementing their place among pop-punk legends with one hit after another. The band celebrated their 25th anniversary last year, and as part of the occasion their Bigger Than You Think! tour will reach Europe this fall, including a stop in Budapest: everyone is invited to the birthday punk party on October 21 at Barba Negra.

A sci-fi-like journey with Carpenter Brut and Health at Barba Negra

Carpenter Brut evokes the pop culture of the 1980s through the soundtrack of an imaginary post-apocalyptic film,and is one of the most influential artists of the retrowave scene. After 8 years, the French producer returns to Budapest with his new concept album Leather Temple, ready to bathe us in neon lights on November 19 at Barba Negra. The album tour will be co-headlined with Health, with VOWWS appearing as special guests.

The mixture of theater, horror and metal – One of Swedish metal’s craziest bands, Avatar is coming to Budapest

Sweden’s Avatar is exactly the kind of band that has become increasingly rare today: brutally heavy, spectacularly theatrical, and unbelievably entertaining all at once. Over the years, the Gothenburg-based group has evolved into one of modern metal’s most unique acts, seamlessly blending melodic death metal, alternative metal, and grotesque rock theater into a singular experience. Avatar will arrive in Budapest on December 5, 2026, performing at Barba Negra.

Please note that this event is not recommended for anyone under the age of 18.

The pioneers of "violincore" return to Budapest – bringing one of metalcore's biggest names with them: Imminence and August Burns Red at Barba Negra

One of the most exciting and innovative bands on the Swedish metalcore scene, Imminence, will return to Budapest on January 25, 2027. Known for their distinctive sound, the band will take the stage at Barba Negra, joined by special guests August Burns Red, one of the most influential American acts in the genre.

Black Veil Brides brings the songs of vengeance to Hungary

One of modern rock and metal’s most influential bands, Black Veil Brides, will return to Budapest on February 6, 2027. Led by frontman Andy Biersack, the band will take the stage at Barba Negra in support of their latest album.